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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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